It will be Prince Harry and Meghan Markle’s first trip back to the UK since 2022, and their return is eagerly awaited.
This follows the thrilling announcement that Birmingham would serve as the 2027 host city for the Invictus Games.
Meghan Markle and Prince Harry’s Return to the UK
The formal news was made this afternoon, Tuesday, July 23, and the dynamic city has been selected to host this worldwide athletic event.
Birmingham beat Washington, DC, in a challenging bid to host the international event.
In three years, the Duke and Duchess of Sussex are anticipated to return to the UK for the games.
The excitement Prince Harry felt over Birmingham’s successful bid was evident.
“Congratulations to Birmingham, UK, on winning the bid to host the Invictus Games 2027,” he expressed enthusiastically.
Harry highlighted the positive impact of the games and the unique spirit of Birmingham:
“We have no doubt the people of Birmingham will join in celebrating the unwavering respect and admiration we have for our veteran and service community, showing the world how their courage ignites hope and unites us all—something your city knows well,” reported the Mirror.
Harry earlier this year commemorated the 10th anniversary of the Invictus Games during a special service at St. Paul’s Cathedral in London. His brother, Prince William, and father, King Charles, were not present, nor was Meghan.
With three new headlining sports—pickleball, laser run, and esports—the 2027 Invictus Games are sure to enthrall spectators at the storied National Exhibition Centre (NEC).